Transportation Specialist

Minnesota Direct Care and Treatment; Saint-Paul; Hybrid; CAD 84,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

The Minnesota Department of Transportation seeks a Transportation Specialist - Legal Descriptions to prepare legal descriptions for acquisition and disposition of real property for all projects under the Department. You will review maps, plats, and provide precise descriptions to support the Program Delivery schedule.

Based in St. Paul with a hybrid/office schedule, the role requires 4 years of right-of-way experience (or 3 years plus related work) and strong English communication.

Qualifications

• Four years of experience performing right-of-way or related activities.
• Three years of experience with right-of-way plus one year in surveys, design, road maintenance, materials/soils, permits, etc.
• Working knowledge of English sufficient to read, write, speak and understand information; communicate with employees and the public.

Responsibilities

• Prepare legal descriptions for acquisition and disposition of real property for DOT projects.
• Review maps and plats with reference to legal descriptions needs.
• Serve as a technical advisor to staff in districts and department.
• Provide accurate, precise descriptions to support the Program Delivery schedule.

Skills

Right-of-way experience

English proficiency

Education

Civil/Construction Technology degree

Architectural/Civil/Mechanical Engineering degree

Job description

Working Title: Transportation Specialist - Legal Descriptions

Job Class: Transportation Specialist

Agency: Transportation Department

• Job ID: 97896


• Location: St. Paul


• Telework Eligible: Yes


• Full/Part Time: Full-Time


• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited


• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers


• Date Posted: 10/26/2026


• Closing Date: 11/09/2026


• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Transportation Dept / DOT-Metro-Central Off-AFSCME


• Division/Unit: Engineering Services Div / LM Legal Descriptions


• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift


• Days of Work: Monday - Friday


• Travel Required: No


• Salary Range: $28.65 - $39.07 / hourly; $59,821 - $81,578 / annually


• Classified Status: Classified


• Bargaining Unit/Union: 207 - Technical/AFSCME


• Work Area: Land Management


• FLSA Status: Nonexempt


• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

This position is located at Central Office in St. Paul and may have the flexibility to work a hybrid schedule or work in the office. The incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. The incumbent will be expected to work in the office as determined by policy and discussion with their supervisor.

In this position, you will assist in the preparation of legal descriptions for the acquisition and disposition of real property interests for all projects under the jurisdiction of the Department of Transportation; review maps and plats with reference to legal descriptions needs; serve as a technical advisor to other staff in the districts and other throughout the department; and provide accurate, precise descriptions that support the Department’s Program Delivery schedule.

• The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Four years of experience performing right-of-way or related activities. OR


• Three years of experience performing right of way or related activities, PLUS a combination of one year of related experience in surveys, design, road maintenance, materials/soils, permits, etc.


• Working knowledge of English sufficient to read, write, speak, and understand oral and written information; communicate with employees and the public in-person or via two-way radio and other electronic devices; and maintain routine written logs and simple records.

Note: A two-year Civil or Construction Technology Degree or the following four-year degrees: Architectural, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering; Land Surveying / Geomatics; or equivalent may substitute for one year of experience. For education coursework to be considered in lieu of work experience, you must submit a copy of your transcripts.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous MnDOT experience working as a Laborer, Transportation Associate or Transportation Generalist with documented satisfactory performance.